There was a minor hold-up over logistics on managing traffic once the store opened.

While that's being finalized, city leaders are expected to vote on moving forward with setting up a public hearing to allow Krispy Kreme to get the permits to build.

"Many people are familiar with when the red light comes on at [Krispy Kreme]. They call it 'now frying.' [It} means fresh, hot doughnuts; people will rushto it," said Fort Myers Planning Manager Nicole Devaughn.